Signification
A wish for someone to enjoy their food.
Contexte culturel
In Brazil, it is common to say 'Bom apetite' even to people you don't know if you make eye contact while they are eating in a public space. In Portugal, 'Bom proveito' is often preferred over 'Bom apetite' in more traditional or rural settings, though both are understood. Similar to Portugal, the use of 'Bom proveito' is quite common alongside 'Bom apetite' as a sign of respect.
Always Respond
If someone says 'Bom apetite' to you, always say 'Obrigado' (or 'Obrigada'). It's considered rude to ignore it.
Gender Check
Remember: Apetite is a BOY. Use 'Bom', not 'Boa'.
Signification
A wish for someone to enjoy their food.
Always Respond
If someone says 'Bom apetite' to you, always say 'Obrigado' (or 'Obrigada'). It's considered rude to ignore it.
Gender Check
Remember: Apetite is a BOY. Use 'Bom', not 'Boa'.
The Portugal Switch
If you are in Lisbon, try using 'Bom proveito' to sound more like a local.
Teste-toi
Choose the correct gender for the adjective.
______ apetite!
'Apetite' is a masculine singular noun.
Match the response to the phrase.
Someone says: 'Bom apetite!' What do you say?
It is polite to thank the person and return the wish.
Complete the sentence used by a waiter.
Aqui está sua pizza. ______ apetite!
Standard restaurant service phrase.
Complete the dialogue.
Ana: O almoço está pronto! Pedro: Que cheiro bom! Ana: ___________.
Ana is inviting Pedro to eat.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to say it
Meal Times
- • Café da manhã
- • Almoço
- • Jantar
People
- • Amigos
- • Família
- • Colegas
Banque d exercices
4 exercices______ apetite!
'Apetite' is a masculine singular noun.
Someone says: 'Bom apetite!' What do you say?
It is polite to thank the person and return the wish.
Aqui está sua pizza. ______ apetite!
Standard restaurant service phrase.
Ana: O almoço está pronto! Pedro: Que cheiro bom! Ana: ___________.
Ana is inviting Pedro to eat.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, if the waiter is also about to eat or if you want to be extra polite, but usually, the waiter says it to you.
It is always 'Bom' because 'apetite' is a masculine noun.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
'Bom apetite' is 'Enjoy your appetite', while 'Bom proveito' is 'Enjoy the benefit/use'. 'Proveito' is more common in Portugal.
Expressions liées
Bom proveito
similarEnjoy your meal / Good benefit
Sirva-se
builds onHelp yourself
Saúde
relatedCheers / Health
